Lions of Tanzania (Serengeti, Ngorongoro and others)

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Seriously I don't know exactly where, in which topic, I had to post this video. Perhaps inside a topic speaking about interactions between human tribes and wild animals. I choose to post it here, because, paradoxally in Wildfact, we only have once topic about lions in Tanzania, whereas Tanzania, in term of lions population, is the most populated country in the world. and this by far: more than 8.000 wild lions roaming free. But let us not be misled, in Tanzania too, the lion population has dramatically decreased during the last decades.

For those liking the statistics and numbers, as concerns the wild lions population in the world:

As concerns Tanzania, protecting an apex predator implies for local populations to change their view towards this animal. In this case of the Masai tribes, being narrowly implicated for this aim, has had to give up an ancestral ritual: in order to become a warrior, a "morane", the young Masai had to kill a male lion with spears. Now, the lions being an endangered specy everywhere in Africa, the Masai have abandoned this ritual.
Protecting an apex predator also implies protecting an entire environment and from this, the entire wild natural resources of the biotop in order not only to promote the tourism industry but also to allow local communities to thrive with the wild fauna. And, at last, for the successfull outcome of this process, it's necessary to involve the young generations, that starts from the children education and that leads to the old wise headman.

" Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Tanzania, a land that embodies the true spirit of the African wilderness. In a world where lions are revered as symbols of power and majesty, witness the remarkable journey to protect these majestic creatures. As lion populations decline globally, Tanzania stands as a last refuge, its efforts showcasing an inspiring tale of conservation, community collaboration, and hope. Discover how the synergy between wildlife tourism, Maasai traditions, and local initiatives is forging a path towards harmony between humans and lions. " Reply